Denice's struggle with a work project highlights the impact of childhood experiences on adult anxiety and self-criticism. Her critical inner voice pressures her to strive for perfection, leading her to feel overwhelmed. It's important for Denice to understand that her intense reactions stem from old coping mechanisms which are no longer effective. By addressing these emotional triggers, she can begin to combat her anxiety with practical strategies, focusing on real-life solutions rather than the self-imposed pressures that hinder her progress.
Denice's anxiety makes everything feel urgent, but her self-criticism demands perfection. It's crucial to recognize these emotional triggers are the real problem, not external issues.
The strategy of perfectionism learned in childhood, meant to fend off criticism, often leads to an emotional downward spiral in adulthood when faced with new pressures.
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